Custom Applicator - Plant Operations - Ag-Land FS, Inc. - Hanna City, IL

GROWMARK, Inc.•Hanna City, IL

9d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Ag-Land FS, Inc. is hiring for an agronomy position based in Hanna City, Illinois. This role involves working directly with local farmers, running equipment, supporting operations, and assisting customers. The company is a solid, local entity that values excellence in agricultural and energy-related products and is committed to sustainable practices for the environment and the greater good.

Requirements

Previous applicator or related experience and/or training to demonstrate the ability to custom apply fertilizers, crop protection products, and ag lime.
Proven professional communication and customer service skills and the ability to comprehend simple instructions, communicate one-on-one and in small groups with customers and other employees.
Ability to keep sensitive customer, business, and employee information confidential.
Demonstrated time management and basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals along with the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
Proven ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Understanding of basic computer skills as they relate to custom application business.
Demonstrated core competencies including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
Must have or the ability to obtain a CDL with proper endorsements and commercial operator’s license from the Department of Agriculture.
Must be able to pass a DOT physical and drug test as per F.M.C.S. regulations.

Responsibilities

Loads and applies crop protection inputs to customer’s fields and grows crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labels to maximize product performance and customer satisfaction.
Completes spray/application logs as fields are completed, noting any problems or concerns when they happened.
Performs routine maintenance on all facility equipment, including oil changes, lubrication, and cleaning of application equipment as recommended in operators manual to maximize equipment reliability and service life.
Works with other location employees to maintain location, buildings, equipment, and property to enhance company image.
Deliver products to customers as required including assisting walk-in customers.
Adheres to AG-LAND FS, INC environmental, health, training, and safety policies to prevent accidents or injuries.
Adheres to AG-LAND FS, INC. Uniform policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.
Assist with crop scouting as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.